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Mom Said Yes
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Mom Said Yes
8.3
Mom Said Yes is a New York–style pizza bar and arcade where 18-inch pies, craft cocktails, and constant events share the same loud, playful room. Locals lean on it for crispy, foldable pizzas with creative toppings plus a built-in night out of games, music, and sports on TV. It’s the spot when you want a party vibe and serious pizza in one place.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bad Influence vodka-sauce pizza with cup-and-char pepperoni, Spicy Permission Slip sriracha-agave chicken pizza, Detention Special pesto burrata and prosciutto pizza
Scores:
Value: 6.6
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.3
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.7
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Big New York–style pies served in a rowdy bar-arcade setting.
Who should go: Groups wanting pizza, cocktails, and a built-in party.
When to visit: Evenings and weekends when events and the bar are buzzing.
What to order: Bad Influence, Spicy Permission Slip, Detention Special.
Insider tip: Split a half-and-half specialty pie to sample multiple signature combinations.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking along Calle Mayor can be tight after 6pm; expect to circle during peak events. Small shared-lot parking is available behind nearby businesses but fills quickly.
Dress code: Casual and party-forward; jeans, tees, and sneakers are totally fine. Guests often lean slightly trendy on weekend nights.
Noise level: Loud during evenings and events due to arcade games, music, and bar energy; expect limited ability for long conversations.
Weekend wait: 30–50 minutes during peak event nights; slightly shorter if you arrive before 6:30pm.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait; service is faster and the arcade is quieter.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Solid options including veggie pies and customizable builds.
Vegan options: Limited; no dedicated vegan cheese, but you can modify pies to be dairy-free.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free crust; not recommended for strict gluten-free diners.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you’re aiming for a playful, high-energy night. The arcade and loud bar atmosphere make it fun but not ideal for conversation-driven dates.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes—walk-ins are standard. Arrive on the early side on event nights or add your name and play arcade games while you wait.
Is it kid-friendly? Before 7pm, yes—kids will enjoy the arcade and pizza. After prime evening hours, the bar energy makes it better suited for adults and teens.
Best For
Better for: High-energy group outings, pizza-and-cocktail nights, and casual celebrations where the arcade and event lineup add built-in entertainment.
Skip if: You want a quiet dinner, need gluten-free pizza, or prefer a more traditional pizzeria without bar or event noise.
Mom Said Yes
8.0
Mom Said Yes is a reimagined bar, arcade, and restaurant in the Calle Mayor hills where smash burgers share the spotlight with pizza, wings, and cocktails. Late-night happy hour, live events, and a kitchen that runs to midnight several nights a week make it a lively option when you want a double smash burger with drinks and games after standard dinner hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Smash Burger, Classic Smash Burger, Loaded Fries
Scores:
Value: 6.8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 9
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: Arcade-bar setting with smash burgers, pizza, and a full calendar of late-night events.
Who should go: Groups wanting burgers with cocktails, games, and music.
When to visit: Thursday–Saturday after 9pm for late-night happy hour and burgers.
What to order: Double Smash Burger, wings, loaded fries.
Insider tip: Check the events calendar—karaoke, trivia, or line-dancing nights pair well with smash burgers and keep the kitchen running late.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Shared lot parking along Calle Mayor plus adjacent street parking. The lot fills during events, but nearby residential streets typically have open spaces after 8pm.
Dress code: Casual-to-trendy. Most guests wear jeans, tees, and jackets, but groups often lean a bit dressy on event nights.
Noise level: Loud during live music, trivia, or arcade-heavy nights; conversational pockets exist earlier in the evening but fade after 9pm.
Weekend wait: 30–45 minutes after 8pm, especially when events overlap with late-night happy hour.
Weekday lunch: Not applicable — the kitchen opens later; early evenings on weekdays usually have little to no wait.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: A few workable options including loaded fries, salads, and certain pizzas; not a dedicated vegetarian menu.
Vegan options: Limited—primarily fries and build-your-own modifications; verify toppings and sauces with staff.
Gluten-free options: Some pizzas can be made on gluten-free crusts; burgers can be served protein-style. No separate prep area, so cross-contact is possible.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Works well for casual, activity-driven dates where games and music help break the ice. Not ideal if you're seeking quiet conversation, as noise rises significantly on event nights.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s mostly walk-in friendly. Arrive before 8:30pm on weekends if you want a booth or larger group seating; later hours skew toward bar and arcade availability.
Is it kid-friendly? Suitable for older kids and teens earlier in the evening thanks to arcade games, but becomes more adult-oriented after 9pm when the bar crowd increases and events begin.
Best For
Better for: Late-night groups that want burgers plus entertainment — arcade play, events, cocktails, and a midnight kitchen make it more of an experience than a simple burger stop.
Skip if: You want a quiet or intimate meal, a highly curated burger-only menu, or robust vegan/gluten-safe options. Choose alternatives with calmer dining rooms or stronger dietary accommodations.
Mom Said Yes
8.2
Mom Said Yes is a pizza-forward bar, arcade, and event space built around daily and late-night happy hour with discounted slices, wells, drafts, and margaritas. With live music, trivia, line dancing, and sports on TV, it functions as 90505’s most modern, entertainment-driven happy hour hangout.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bad Influence Pizza, Spicy Permission Slip Pizza, Buffalo Parm Wings
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 6.9
Consistency: 7.8
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 9.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.9
What makes it special: High-energy pizza bar with arcade games, events, and dual happy hours.
Who should go: Groups wanting pizza, strong drinks, and lively nighttime programming.
When to visit: Weekday 3–6pm happy hour or 10pm–close late-night deals.
What to order: Bad Influence pizza, Buffalo Parm wings, house margarita.
Insider tip: Hit early happy hour for slices and drinks, then stay for karaoke, trivia, or live music.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot out front plus street parking along Calle Mayor; fills up quickly during events and late-night happy hour.
Dress code: Casual to trendy casual; sneakers and jeans are fine, but many groups dress up slightly for nighttime programming.
Noise level: Loud during happy hour and events; expect raised voices during live music, trivia, or sports broadcasts.
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes depending on events; bar seats sometimes open faster.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait since most traffic comes later in the day.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple veggie pizzas, salads, and sides.
Vegan options: Limited — a basic veggie pizza can be made cheeseless; sides vary.
Gluten-free options: Available — gluten-free pizza crust offered, but kitchen is not a fully separate prep environment.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you want a high-energy, playful night with games and pizza; not ideal for soft conversation due to noise and events.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it’s walk-in friendly, but arrive before peak happy hour or during non-event windows for quickest seating.
Is it kid-friendly? Early evenings can work for older kids thanks to arcade games, but post-9pm energy leans louder and more bar-focused.
Best For
Better for: Lively group hangs, late-night happy hour, event-based outings, and casual pizza-and-drinks nights.
Skip if: You want quiet dining, polished service, or serious cocktails; choose alternatives with calmer rooms or more upscale bar programs.
Mom Said Yes
7.9
Mom Said Yes is a pizza bar, arcade, and event space built around dual daily happy hours where wings, slices, and strong drinks fuel a high-energy crowd. With multiple wing flavors and late-night programming, it’s one of 90505’s most modern spots for combining wings, cocktails, and entertainment under one roof.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffalo Parm Wings, Tequila Miso Wings, Bad Influence pizza
Scores:
Value: 7.9
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 8.3
Atmosphere: 8.5
Cultural Relevance: 6.4
What makes it special: Lively pizza-and-wings bar with arcade games, events, and dual happy hours.
Who should go: Groups wanting wings, cocktails, and a playful nighttime scene.
When to visit: Weekday 3–6pm or late-night happy hour after 10pm.
What to order: Buffalo Parm Wings, Tequila Miso Wings, Bad Influence pizza.
Insider tip: Grab a wing platter and a whole pie, then claim a table near the games for the best mix of food and action.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Small shared lot in the center plus abundant street parking on Calle Mayor; fills quickly after 7pm on event nights.
Dress code: Casual to smart casual; most guests wear jeans, sneakers, and light layers.
Noise level: Loud during peak happy hour and events; conversations are easier earlier in the evening.
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes during peak happy hour or live events.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait, though lunch hours are quieter and more limited.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple pizzas, sides, and salads can be ordered vegetarian.
Vegan options: Limited — a few sides and build-your-own pizza modifications; ask for ingredient details.
Gluten-free options: Yes — gluten-free pizza crust available; wings are generally gluten-friendly but confirm sauce ingredients.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual, high-energy dates than intimate ones. The arcade games and shared plates can break the ice, but noise levels can be high.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — it's walk-in friendly. Arrive before 6pm or after 9pm for the easiest seating, especially on event nights.
Is it kid-friendly? Early evenings are fine for families, especially with the arcade games, but the crowd skews adult after 9pm and during late-night happy hour.
Best For
Better for: Energetic nights out with wings, drinks, games, and group-friendly seating; strong choice for people who want entertainment built into the meal.
Skip if: You want quiet conversation, a traditional sit-down dinner, or refined cocktails — nearby gastropubs or calmer bistros may suit better.